What Is A Voluntary Wage Assignment?
A voluntary wage assignment is a written contract in which you agree that a certain amount will be deducted from your paycheck to pay the creditor. Because it is voluntary, it is different from a garnishment. Since your employer's accounting department must make the deduction and send it to the creditor, talk to your employer first to see if this arrangement is acceptable. Some employers refuse to handle voluntary wage assignments because it complicates their payroll procedure. If acceptable to your employer, the voluntary wage assignment is better than a garnishment. In the eyes of the employer, you are taking the responsibility of arranging to meet your obligations, rather than being forced to pay your debts. Some employers find reasons to suspend or fire employees if their wages are garnished. Don't wait until then; make other arrangements with the creditor.
Other Iowa Collections-Creditors Rights FAQs
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Can Creditors Collect From A Judgment?
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Can A Creditor Garnish Wages?
A: Even after getting a court judgment, the creditor can only collect by going after your wages and bank accounts (garnishment) or by taking your property (execution). In … More -
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Do All Creditors Reduce Or Stop Interest?
A: Not all creditors stop or reduce interest as each company has their own policy. However, most major national credit granters will reduce interest, and many stop the … More -
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Does A Creditor Have To Stop Legal Action And Phone Calls To Debtor If There Is A Credit Counseling Agency Involved?
A: Agencies are able to successfully work with creditors in the majority of cases; however, there is no guarantee that impending legal action can be stopped. Many … More